Tony Huu Pham's Obituary
Tam “Tony” Huu Pham, passed away peacefully the early morning of Thursday, February 11, 2016 at the age of 67. He spent his last days at home, surrounded by family, just as he wished. He fought a long battle against lung cancer for the past five years and now is finally free of pain and suffering. He was born on July 18, 1948, in Viet Nam, the youngest of three children born to Qui Van Pham and Huong Thi Nguyen. He will be remembered by his family and friends as a brave, compassionate and fun person. He was brave to sacrifice his own comfort by leaving everything he has ever known at a young age of 31 for the unknown. He led his family on a journey with nothing but the hope that his children might have a brighter, better future. He was compassionate in so many ways but best known for helping anyone in need. He always felt like they needed it more than he would. Lastly, he loved having a fun time whether traveling to Europe, Viet Nam and many places across the U.S., reminiscing over the good old days while having a cigarette and playing ping pong, cards or bau cua ca cop with family and friends. He is survived by his wife Bach-Hoa Thi Tran, daughter Diana Thuy Pham Flynn (Chris) of Laguna Niguel, son Michael Chi Pham (Ula) of San Diego, four loving grandchildren, his older brother David Nghia Pham of Dallas, Tx and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and older sister Anh-Tuyet Pham. He will be cremated and his ashes will be spread at the temple he had chosen.Visitation & Funeral Service To be held at Greenwood Memorial Park, Mortuary & Crematory 4300 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA 92113 (619) 264-3131Friday, February 19, 2016 12:00pm – 05:00pm: Visitation/ViewingSaturday, February 20, 2016 09:00am – 01:00pm: Visitation 10:00am – 11:00am: Prayer Section 11:00am – 01:00pm: Lunch Break 01:00pm – 02:00pm: Funeral Service 02:00pm – 03:00pm: Committal to Crematory for CremationIMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBERS: Widowed Spouse: Bach Hoa Thi Tran Only Daughter: Diana Flynn (Thanh Thuy Pham) Diana’s Spouse: Chris Flynn & Daughter: Emma Only Son: Michael Chi Huu Pham Michael’s Spouse: Ula Tuszewicka & their Children: Eldest: Amelia * Middle: Julian * Youngest: LeoThank you to all family and friends for your support to the PHAM family during this difficult time.
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